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U Can Ukulele

Surf Sufficient

Originating in the 19th century, this small guitar-like instrument was brought to Hawaii from Portugal where it became an important figure in Hawaiian music and culture. Now, the ukulele has been re-popularized over the years with musical legends like Israel Kamakawiwo'ole and even Eddie Vedder utilizing the unique sounds of this unique sounding guitar.

In this new episode of Surf Sufficient, our friend Hank Johnson shows some basic ukulele 101 by demonstrating a few chords and strumming techniques on one of his handcrafted ukes.

For more info on Hank's ukuleles, check out kimoukulele.com

Download this ukulele chord sheet for more help.

 

Camera/Edit:
James Campbell
Host:
Hank Johnson
Tags:
how to
music
Hawaii
  • Posted on Feb 24, 2012

Comments: 3

  • tyler smith

    tyler smith

    Apr 10, 2012 @ 05:46 pm

    Nice, Makes me want to learn to play better. It's all about the strumming. Chapstick on the fingers helps them slip across the strings without hangups..
  • Matthew McGregor-Mento

    Matthew McGregor-Mento

    Apr 26, 2012 @ 12:25 pm

    Sent this to my Mother-in-Law. She just got a uke. This is a great starter video. Thanks!
  • Greg Rice

    Greg Rice

    May 13, 2012 @ 03:59 pm

    Well done....I'll pass this along! Mahalo

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